When it comes to high school football, Texas is one of, if not the, most competitive state in the country. As a result, many of the top college and professional players began playing their high school ball in Texas.
And this is especially true for defenders.
With that in mind, here are the top 10 passing yardage leaders Texas High School Football History.
10. Shelton Eppler – Navasota: 12,248
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9. Sawyer Robertson – Lubbock Coronado: 12,367
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8. Graham Harrell – Ennis: 12,532
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7. Garrett Gilbert – Lake Travis: 12,534
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6. Michael Everett – Odem: 12,631
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Footballs sit on a bench at DeWitt High School before a game on September 14, 2018.
5. Nick Gerber – Levelland: 13,100
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4. Andrew Boddy – Corpus Christi Miller: 13,261
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3. Travis Quintanilla – Refugio: 13,832
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2. Hunter Lyle – Booker: 14,408
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1. Grant Gunnell – Houston St. Pius X: 16,108
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